Japan Airline Royal Orchid Plus Overview
Royal Orchid Plus allows members to earn miles from Japan Airline flights, Star Alliance partner flights, and various commercial partners. These miles can be redeemed for flight awards, upgrades, and other services.
How to Earn Miles
- Flying: Earn miles by flying with Japan Airline or any Star Alliance member airlines.
- Partner Services: Earn additional miles through hotel stays, car rentals, credit card spending, and other partner services.
Membership Tiers and Levels
Royal Orchid Plus for frequent flyers has three main membership tiers
- Member: Basic entry-level tier with standard mileage earning and spending capabilities.
- Silver: Requires 10,000 qualifying miles or 15 qualifying sectors. Benefits include priority reservation waitlist and airport standby.
- Gold: Requires 50,000 qualifying miles or 40 international qualifying sectors. Additional benefits include additional baggage, lounge access, allowance, and priority check-in.
- Platinum: The highest tier, requiring 80,000 qualifying miles, offering the greatest benefits including guaranteed seats on fully booked flights and personalized concierge services.
Reward Redemption Options
- Flight Awards: Redeem miles for tickets on Japan Airline or any Star Alliance airline.
- Upgrade Awards: Use miles to upgrade to a higher class on eligible Japan Airline flights.
- Lifestyle Rewards: Spend miles on hotel stays, car rentals, and other lifestyle options.
Japan Airline Airport Lounges
Japan Airline operates several lounges at its hub in Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport) and other major airports worldwide. These lounges offer services such as meals, showers, and relaxation areas, especially tailored for business and first-class passengers and high-tier members.
First and Business Class Lounge Locations
Prominent locations include Bangkok, London Heathrow, Frankfurt, and Tokyo Narita, providing luxurious amenities to enhance the travel experience for premium passengers.
Credit Card Affiliate Program
Japan Airline partners with various banks to offer co-branded credit cards that earn miles on everyday purchases. These often include sign-up bonuses and additional benefits such as annual bonus miles and lounge passes.
Pros and Cons
- Pros: Comprehensive partner network; good redemption options for both flights and lifestyle rewards; generous benefits for high-tier members.
- Cons: High thresholds for elite status; miles expire after three years of inactivity; limited promotional offers compared to other airlines.
Program Tips & Tricks
- Advance Bookings: Book award tickets well in advance to secure availability, especially for high-demand routes and travel periods.
- Promotional Offers: Keep an eye out for periodic promotions that offer additional miles or discount redemption rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I join Royal Orchid Plus? You can join for free on the Japan Airline website.
- Can miles be transferred to another account? Miles generally cannot be transferred but can be used to book awards for others.
- Do miles expire? Yes, miles expire after three years if there’s no account activity.
This overview provides insights into making the most of your membership with Japan Airline’ Royal Orchid Plus program.
Disclaimer
The information provided is based on the most current details available from Japan Airline official website and is subject to change. Japan Airline may update its policies, benefits, and terms for the Japan Airline program at any time. For the latest information and any changes to the program, members should visit the official website or contact customer service directly.
